Montvale, NJ is a small borough in Bergen County with a population of about 8,000 people. Despite its size, the town is well-connected with multiple public transportation options. Montvale has two NJ Transit train lines: the Main/Bergen County Line and the Pascack Valley Line, which provide access to many cities across New Jersey as well as Manhattan. The bus system in Montvale includes Bus Route 166 and 171, which run through major roads like Chestnut Ridge Rd and Grand Ave. Additionally, there are various private bus services available in Montvale that go to nearby towns such as Woodcliff Lake, Park Ridge, Allendale. In addition to public transportation options, Montvale also provides access to several highways such as Interstate 287 and U.S. Route 17 for those who prefer travelling by car. With all these transportation options available in Montvale, it’s clear why it is known for being one of Bergen County’s most convenient towns when it comes to commuting or travelling around New Jersey.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Montvale takes 37.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Montvale get to work:
- 79.9% drive their own car alone
- 1.8% carpool with others
- 7.1% work from home
- 9.8% take mass transit